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Record Growth in Ethernet Data Center Switches

In a recent report published by the Dell'Oro Group, a leading market research firm, Ethernet data center switch sales hit a record high, showcasing robust double-digit growth driven largely by the expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructures. Notably, major players like Arista, Celestica, NVIDIA, and Ruijie accounted for a substantial share of this growth.

Key Drivers Behind Sales Surge

According to Sameh Boujelbene, Vice President at Dell'Oro Group, the majority of this uptick in sales resulted from substantial investments in AI technology. However, there's also a positive outlook with signs of recovery in traditional front-end network infrastructures. This recovery originated with Cloud Service Providers in early 2024 and matured into an increase in spending from large enterprises by the fourth quarter of 2024. Boujelbene marked this as a significant turning point indicating the end of a 'digestion cycle' that had previously slowed down expenditure.

Highlights from the 4Q 2024 Report

1. Celestica's Remarkable Growth: Celestica showed the most significant share gains during this period.
2. High-Speed Port Growth: Sales for high-speed ports, specifically 200 Gbps, 400 Gbps, and 800 Gbps, were the only categories to experience growth, capturing almost 40% of total port shipments and 50% of total sales for that quarter.

This rebound in sales signifies a more considerable trend in the market, as companies are increasingly harnessing AI to address complex data demands. As AI continues to transform various sectors, the reliance on efficient and high-capacity data center switching solutions will likely escalate.

Dell'Oro Group Report Overview

The Dell'Oro Group's Ethernet Switch – Data Center Quarterly Report offers a comprehensive analysis of the market landscape, providing insights on Ethernet switches utilized for server access, server aggregation, and data center cores. This report also inspects vendor-specific revenue figures, port shipments, and pricing dynamics regarding modular and fixed managed and unmanaged Ethernet switches across various speeds.

For organizations looking to understand the data center switch market better, these reports serve as essential resources. Interested parties can reach out to Dell'Oro Group directly via email for purchase inquiries.

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